Peruvian officials have made a remarkable claim, asserting that the country is home to the world’s oldest person—a 124-year-old man born in 1900.
According to authorities in Peru, Marcelino Abad, hailing from the central Peruvian region of Huanuco, has reached the age of 124.
“Amidst the serene surroundings of Huanuco’s natural beauty, Marcelino Abad Tolentino, affectionately known as ‘Mashico,’ cultivated a lifestyle marked by good health and inner tranquility, evident in his robust health and amiable demeanor,” stated the government.
Peruvian officials are now assisting Abad in applying to the Guinness World Records for official verification.
The verification process entails meticulous examination of official documents and other evidence by a team of experts.
Presently, the Guinness World Records recognizes a 111-year-old British man as the oldest living man, awarded this title earlier this month following the passing of a 114-year-old Venezuelan man. The oldest living woman is 117 years old, while the oldest person ever verified lived to be 122.
Born in the quaint town of Chaglla, Abad was officially identified by the Peruvian government in 2019. He recently celebrated his 124th birthday on April 5.
Abad attributes his vitality to a diet rich in fruits and lamb meat. Additionally, he has a habit of chewing coca leaves, a traditional practice in Peru’s Andean communities.
Currently residing in a senior care facility, Abad continues to inspire with his longevity and wellness secrets.
